Data centers that house critical IT infrastructure need precise cooling to maintain optimal operating conditions. Chillers play a key role in data center cooling by removing heat generated by servers and other equipment. Koch Applied Solutions partners with Smardt and Motivair to offer dependable data center chiller solutions.
The two main types of chillers used in data centers are water-cooled and air-cooled chillers, each with distinct advantages based on data center needs and environment. Motivair and Smardt offer tailored solutions for both types of systems, with products designed to optimize data center cooling performance, reduce energy consumption, and minimize downtime.
Motivair Data Center Chillers
Motivair specializes in advanced coiled technology for data centers and super computers, helping to promote advancements in scale, speed, and quality. Motivair specializes in CoolingDoor® technology and liquid-cooled solutions designed specifically for high-density data centers.
Its product range includes air-cooled and water-cooled chillers optimized for energy efficiency and reliability.
Motivair’s Free Cooling chillers were designed for industries and businesses that depend on reliable cooling for their critical operations and facilities.
KEY FEATURES
- 10 – 450 tons capacity range
- Market leading Free-Cooling performance accelerates ROI
- Customization options allow equipment to meet project specific design criteria ensuring reliable option and lowest total cost of ownership
- Factory assurance quality testing prior to shipment for every chiller
- Centurion Monitoring System provides optional 24×7 global remote monitoring and support
Smardt Data Center Chillers
Smardt oil-free centrifugal chillers can stop data center temperatures from rising to dangerously high levels. The system can run reliably 24/7-even for long periods at full load, and are more energy efficient than conventional oil-lubricated chillers.
Superior energy efficiency gives Smardt chillers the lowest power utilization efficiency (PUE) in the industry, which can significantly reduce data center utility bills.
Air-Cooled, Oil-Free Chiller
KEY FEATURES
- 30-520 TR (105-1830 kW)
- Oil-free compressor(s): R1234ze, R515B, R513A, and R134a
- AHRI Certified, ETL Certified, CE
- Class leading part-load efficiencies, achieving optimum IPLV in total capacity range
- Typically smaller footprint than chillers of comparable capacity
- Responsive chilled water control under all conditions
- Adaptable by design – a base range with options to suit any air-cooled application
- Built-in compressor redundancy
- Remote access
- Designed for ease of maintenance and serviceability
- Optional CPECs for further plant optimization
Water-Cooled, Oil-Free Chiller
KEY FEATURES
- 300–3600 TR (1055-12660 kW)
- Oil-free compressor(s): R1234ze, R515B, R513A, and R134a
- AHRI Certified, ETL Certified, CE
- Largest capacity range in oil-free water-cooled chillers
- Class leading part-load efficiencies, achieving optimum IPLV in total capacity range
- Typically smaller footprint than chillers of comparable capacity
- Responsive chilled water control under all conditions
- Inbuilt redundancy with multiple compressors
- Designed for ease of maintenance and serviceability, featuring field-serviceable compressors
Water-Cooled, Oil-Free Chiller
KEY FEATURES
- 45–1600 TR (160-5625 kW)
- Oil-free compressor(s): R1234ze, R515B, R513A, and R134a
- AHRI Certified, ETL Certified, CE
- Class leading part-load efficiencies, achieving optimum IPLV in total capacity range
- Multiple configurations to fit your design
- Built-in compressor redundancy
- Heat recovery options available
- Remote monitoring
- Low-GWP refrigerant options R513A, R515B, R1234ze also available with Smardt’s G-Class water-cooled range
Evaporatively Cooled Oil-Free Chiller
KEY FEATURES
- 45–530 TR (160–1860 kW)
- Oil-free compressor(s): R1234ze, R515B, R513A, and R134a
- ETL Certified, CE
- Low water consumption
- Ideal for dry climates
- Corrosion protection extends operating life
- Redundant compressors virtually eliminate down-time
- Smardt quality, acceptance tested and pre-commissioned prior to delivery ensuring trouble-free commissioning and start-up on every project
Water-Cooled vs. Air-Cooled Chillers for Data Centers
Water-cooled chillers use water in conjunction with a cooling tower to dissipate heat. The chiller removes heat from the data center, transfers it to water, then pumps the water to the cooling tower, where the heat is released into the atmosphere.
Water-Cooled Advantages
- More energy-efficient in large-scale applications
- Suitable for large data centers with high cooling demands
- Typically more reliable and offers higher capacity for cooling
Water-Cooled Drawbacks
- More complex installation with cooling towers and water circulation
- Higher upfront installation costs
- Regular maintenance for water systems – cleaning of cooling towers
Air-cooled chillers use fans to blow air across a refrigerant-filled coil to remove heat. This type of chiller does not require a cooling tower or water for operation.
Air-Cooled Advantages
- Easier and quicker to install than water-cooled systems
- Lower upfront installation costs
- Requires less maintenance (no water treatment or cooling tower needed)
Air-Cooled Drawbacks
- Typically less energy-efficient than water-cooled chillers
- Better suited for smaller data centers or those located in cooler climates
The Koch Applied Solutions’ team can assist you with experienced guidance in selecting the right data center chiller solution to meet your needs and budget. Request a quote to get started today.